Daydream Island Resort

Property class: 4.5

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Property grounds
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Balcony
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Whitsunday Islands, Whitsundays, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Lovers Cove
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Daydream Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Daydream Island Living Reef
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef)

Room options

Serenity Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool View King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View Twin

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool View Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool Side King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool Side Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Twin Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Vista King Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Ocean View Terrace, King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Ocean View King, Accessible Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Room, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Room, Twin Beds - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Twin Accessible, Twin Beds - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Serenity King Suite, Ocean View - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool Side, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool View, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Vista King Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool Side, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool View, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Twin Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Living Reef View Room King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Living Reef View Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Twin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Daydream Island Resort

Spend the day relaxing on Daydream Island Resort's private sand beach or at a marina before returning for a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Daydream Island Resort offers 277 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Premium digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A private beach and a marina are featured at the resort. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Daydream Island Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Daydream Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and 3 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • The 3 restaurants, swim-up bar and poolside bar offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Services include babysitting, a children's club and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and rowing/canoeing
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the pool
  • Steps from Daydream Beach and Daydream Port
Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Bring your whole family to Daydream Island Resort for summer fun including 3 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and snorkelling.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace.

This 4.5-star Whitsundays resort is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Graze Interactive Dining – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Infinity – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Barefoot – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Barefoot
  • Graze Interactive Dining
  • Salti Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 1.6 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Due to this resort's island location, guests will need to travel via ferry. For scheduled ferry departures and arrivals, guest can consult Cruise Whitsundays Resort Connections with their applicable travel dates.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 150.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 150.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.6 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by boat or helicopter. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island Resort And Spa
Daydream Island Hotel Daydream Island
Daydream Island Resort Spa
Daydream Island Resort Resort
Daydream Island Resort Whitsundays
Daydream Island Resort Resort Whitsundays

Daydream Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 921 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 921 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 921 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 921 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 921 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jamee-lee

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darren

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Shaun

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very over priced. Poor staff support and average attitudes. Food was really bad, especially the buffet. Could not even eat the bacon as so bad. It became a joke between our family and I over the 7 days at how bad the food was and how expensive it was as all we could do was laugh really as no other option. The rooms were ok but house keeping lacked big time. Left rubbish in the rooms, didn't vacuum the floor. The aircon was filthy and the extraction vent in ensuite was filthy handnt been cleaned for a few years it looked. We spent about 13K for flights and accomodation and then spent about another 3.5k just to eat and drink for the five of us on the island for the 7 nights. The beach was great. The underwater aquarium was great. The treetop walk was great. Lovers cove was great. Would not go back though and would not recommend to anyone unfortunately as the hotel experience itself was terrible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay. Location is stunning. The room was clean however a little tired looking and we had to have maintenance fix a few things during our stay. The breakfasts were great lots of variety. Would have liked to do more dinners but the nightly buffets were too expensive for a family. All in all we would still recommend this resort to others, a wonderful tropical getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel good, room was great overlooking the ocean, food options restrictive between breakfast and lunch, suggest the pool bar to has a 10-4 snack/lunch menu
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic experience for the whole family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Darrell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an ocean view room The breeze of the ocean was fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sanela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Bethan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly but it seemed they were overworked and short staffed. Breakfast options was good. Buffet price for evening dining was very overpriced. Cleanliness overall could be much better but again I think comes down to short staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Timothy Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Had a great view and meals were great. However had issues with live TV not working and the showers were cold on the last night and last morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of young staff, inexperienced and seemed a bit disinterested. Particularly some of the waiting staff. If you are going to charge a premium price for the service of meals, ensure your staff are trained, capable and have the right customer service attitude to justify accordingly. Some of them had no idea at all, which was very frustrating.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ainsley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just ok. Nothing stood out. Some staff better than others. Food pretty average.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Hamidreza

Travelled with family
Food is on pricy side and after couple.of days stayimg gets boring as they menu is same almost everyday. Location is great for relaxing for family with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and staff were great in the main bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brayden

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff - almost all staff that I encountered at the bars (both at the pool and the lobby) made us feel we were inconveniences to them. And that’s just us ordering soft drinks but mostly requested to have water filled for our kid’s water bottle since the ONLY water station on the lobby is always exhausted. This has been the biggest let-down during our stay. Some staff also talked to us rather disrespectfully thinking we are tourists that cant speak English. Once they realised that we are from Sydney, then they spoke nicer. We didnt request any cleaning for our room. We put the ‘go green sign’ which says that you’d get ‘$10 credit for beverage’. That was not applied to our final bill either. Food - breakfast buffet is not too bad. Quite a variety but they are all the same everyday. For the price that we paid, we didnt find the experience worth the price we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kowsalya

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Novica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beach view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was dirty with a lot of dust behind the curtains, no water in the rooms. We had poor service in the restaurant with meals forgotten on two occasions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff are nice, beautiful little Island & nice views, 3 nights is enough time to explore & enjoy, although rooms are somewhat dirty, buffet breakfast was a delight.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jacinta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at Daydream. The staff were lovely. There is so much or very little to do. Loved the snorkeling and the reef. The room was fabulous with the best view. Would be better with more affordable food options. Perfect holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ales

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025